Incidental appendectomy during videolaseroscopy
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Many physicians, including practitioners of obstetrics and gynecology, advocate incidental appendectomy, removal of an apparently healthy appendix during abdominal surgery for other conditions, unless contraindications exist. Visualization and limited surgery of the abdomen by laparoscopy can obviate open abdominal techniques, particularly when using new techniques such as electrocautery, laser, and video technology. The results of 100 incidental appendectomies, performed during videolaseroscopy for diseases of reproductive organs, were evaluated. No major complications occurred; one patient had a transient fever but no indications of infection. All patients started normal diets 24 hours after surgery. The average stay in the hospital was 14 hours, and seven patients remained overnight. All patients were followed-up for at least eight months, and no late developing problems were found. Of 100 removed appendixes, 52 were normal, while others contained fibrous growth or other abnormalities. The study suggests that incidental appendectomy involves minimal risk, eliminates potential emergency appendectomies, and removes abnormal appendixes. (Consumer Summary produced by Reliance Medical Information, Inc.)
Publication Name: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-9378
Year: 1991
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Know how vitamins and minerals: key micronutrient requirements during adolescence 11-18 years
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Adolescents between the ages of 11 and 18 undergo rapid physical development which has to be supported by adequate nutrition. Girls have growth spurts between the ages of 10 and 12 while boys grow more between the ages of 12 and 15. The main requirement is calcium which will protect against osteoporosis in later life. Girls need extra iron and both sexes need zinc, vitamin C and B vitamins. Some adolescents may not be getting enough micronutrients due to a poor diet, pregnancy, alcohol and tobacco intake or impoverished backgrounds. Supplements could be given to these groups.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1997
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"Bet you I will!" Risk or experimental behavior during adolescence?
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Traffic injuries, suicide, and violence are the leading causes of adolescent death in the United States and much of Europe, but this is not necessarily the result of high-risk behavior. Much of the behavior considered high-risk in adolescents is actually developmental and done in response to high-risk environmental factors. For example, follow up studies on marijuana use show that while drug use is high for 19 to 24 year olds, 75% to 85% of those adolescents were no longer using it the following year.
Publication Name: Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1072-4710
Year: 1998
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